Water Pollution and Watershed Management

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The primary function of a watershed

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To collect and channel precipitation to rivers, lakes, and other bodies of water

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Examples of surface water pollution

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Oil spills, industrial waste, agricultural runoff

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Primary effect of oil pollution on surface water

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Creates a film on the water surface, affecting marine life and water quality

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Significant consequence of surface water pollution due to agricultural runoff

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Eutrophication, leading to algal blooms and oxygen depletion

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How thermal pollution affects bodies of water

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Raises water temperature, disrupting aquatic ecosystems

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Role of water treatment plants in managing watersheds

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Remove contaminants and ensure safe water supply

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Diagram showing pollution from a waste disposal site

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Illustrates how pollution can spread into water cycles through groundwater and surface water

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Students are analyzing how humans affect the Blue River watershed.

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Increased human activity has caused significant pollution of the watershed.

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Clearwater started two projects to manage the watershed.

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Stream Cleanup Initiative and Water Extraction Increase.

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Stream Cleanup Initiative

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Volunteers and local government clean up trash and pollutants from streams.